Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

After surviving a life-threatening childbirth, I thought the worst was behind me. But just days after bringing our newborn home, my husband dropped a bombshell — his mother didn’t want me or the baby in her house anymore. We’d moved in temporarily after the delivery to recover, but it quickly became clear she saw our…

Canadian influencer Coco Bae isn’t your typical social media personality. While many influencers share beauty tips or daily vlogs, Coco has made headlines for a bold and unconventional personal goal: to sleep with a man from every country in the world. So far, the 37-year-old has ticked off 46 countries—and she’s not slowing down anytime…

The majority of women will probably see a gynecologist occasionally to make sure their health is under control and to help avert any possible problems. Even though women are aware of the importance of this appointment, we still have a tendency to postpone it. Undressing in front of someone in that situation is uncomfortable for…

A photo of a father and daughter, taken during a casual outing, went viral after being shared on social media. The picture, which captured a heartwarming moment between the two, quickly gained widespread attention. However, the viral success came with an unexpected consequence: the father almost lost his job. The reason? His employer did not…

At my best friend Jake’s wedding, everything seemed perfect—until I noticed something strange about the bride, Emily. Her walk was awkward, almost stiff, like she was trying to hide something. At first, I thought it was nerves or uncomfortable shoes, but the feeling in my gut wouldn’t let me ignore it. During the reception, I…

For years, Maria held her family together while her husband, Daniel, seemed more focused on himself than their household. He spent extravagantly—buying designer clothes, dining at upscale restaurants, and treating himself to gadgets—while Maria scraped by, feeding their three children on a tight budget. She often skipped meals to ensure the kids had enough. Their…

A well-earned feast was served to start this Thanksgiving, but my son refused to eat and wouldn’t explain why. He later made a devastating confession about how one family member had betrayed both our and his trust. Even though things are difficult right now, everyone tries their hardest to make things work. My spouse, Mark,…

At our housewarming party, everything seemed perfect—until my husband and mother-in-law pulled me aside with a shocking request. They wanted us to give our apartment to his sister, claiming she needed it more because she was “starting her life” and we “could always find another place.” I was speechless. We’d worked hard to make that…

What Your Finger Length Says About You Recent studies suggest that the length of your ring finger compared to your index finger might reveal personality traits. This is linked to testosterone exposure before birth, which can influence behavior. Hand “A” – The Charismatic Risk-Taker If your ring finger is longer than your index finger, you…

After my mother-in-law shamed me for not bringing enough to her birthday party, I decided to take a different approach for her next birthday. I wanted to teach her a lesson without starting a big argument—so I came up with the perfect idea for sweet revenge. I baked her a cake, but this time, I…